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Census Bureau: 4.7% of people in Union County identified as multiracial in 2021

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USCB Associate Director for Demographic Programs Dr. Victoria A. Velkoff | United States Census Bureau

USCB Associate Director for Demographic Programs Dr. Victoria A. Velkoff | United States Census Bureau

Of the 235,699 citizens living in Union County in 2021, 95.3% said they were only one race, while 4.7% said they were two or more races, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained in June.

The most prevalent racial group among citizens in Union County who reported being of a single race in 2021 was white, comprising 76.6% or 180,545 individuals. Following them, African American accounted for 11.4% and totaled 26,984 individuals.

The percentage of multiracial residents in Union County is 0.1% lower than the state average, which stands at 4.8%.

An agency of the U.S. Federal Statistical System, the Census Bureau is responsible for compiling statistical facts about the American people, places and economy. Data for this story was compiled from the bureau's American Community Survey. Information from the survey helps to determine how federal and state funds are distributed. These funds significantly influence community services, education, and infrastructure in areas like Union County.

2021 Percentage Distribution of Racial Groups in Union County
White [76.6%]African American [11.4%]Ethnicities < 5% [12%]

Racial Makeup of Citizens in Union County
Estimated Total
White180,545
African American26,984
Multiracial11,107
Asian8,188
Some Other Race7,960
American Indian or Alaska Native839
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander76
Source: US Census Bureau